Abstract Knowledge of the mechanical behavior of planetary rocks is indispensable for
space explorations. The scarcity of pristine samples and the irregular shapes of planetary …

The exploration of Mars would heavily rely on Martian rocks mechanics and engineering
technology. As the mechanical property of Martian rocks is uncertain, it is of utmost …

It is critical to rigorously determine the mechanical properties of granitic rocks to effectively
analyze and manage subsurface engineering activities, such as geothermal energy …

In cold mountainous regions, the freeze-thaw cycling often leads to rock weathering, which
might trigger spalling, significant landslides and rockfalls. In this work, we used combined …

Due to rock masses' nonlinear failure property, it is inappropriate to investigate the stability
of rock slopes using the traditional SRM (strength reduction method) which is based on the …

The mechanical properties of the constituent minerals in shale rock are fundamental to a
better knowledge of multi-scale shale behaviors. It benefits the engineering applications and …

Based on the combined finite–discrete element method (FDEM), this paper presents a
moisture diffusion–fracture coupling model to simulate soil desiccation cracking. The …

In regard to geotechnical problems, the numerical manifold method (NMM) has many
particular advantages over the finite element method (FEM) in many aspects. In the present …

Understanding the thermal effects on rock is critical for the exploration of geothermal
resources and the temperature‐driven evolution of Earth. The macroscale mechanical …

It is extremely important to investigate the mechanical properties and failure characteristics
of granite at the mesoscale to understand the mesoscopic evolution mechanism of the time …